Preparing for Pregnancy

TTC and vitamins

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BethL wrote:

I had a miscarriage in October and we're looking to start trying again. I've been taking my prenatal with DHA since October so I'm covered on that front. Since I'm terrified of miscarrying again, I've been looking for other vitamins that may help my next pregnancy. Any thoughts? I also take a small dose of B12, calcium and vitamin D.

I used vitex, evening primrose oil, and black cohosh with my first two. The black cohosh should be discontinued once you find out you're pregnant. The evening primrose oil can be used through the first trimester, but I switched to a flax seed oil instead. The vitex is known to sustain hormone balance through the first trimester until the baby's system is well established. As always though I would recommend talking to your midwife, doctor, or herbalist. Everyone's body is unique as are their fertility issues. Good luck!

I would suggest iron ( if it's not already in your prenatal which surprisingly often isn't) especially if you're vegetarian. I got anemic and now wonder if that partially caused my baby's IUGR. The prenatal I take also has Omega 3 added which is good for neurological development. Also B12 which is necessary for neurological health.

I also miscarried in October and am now TTC. A coworker of mine (a L&D nurse) swears by taking Geritol. She tried for several years and even did a couple of rounds of IUI that weren't successful. One cycle of Geritol and she was pregnant before they started IVF. I figured it wouldn't hurt to try it too, I also taking folic acid and fish oil to make sure I am getting everything I need. I am also getting acupuncture done once a week. I definitely noticed a lot more CM this cycle and I am now in the TWW.

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